Desiree D. Redd
Carteret,NJ
Summary
Results-driven Career Services Advisor and former Program Director with experience in workforce placement, compliance oversight, and team leadership. Skilled in employer partnership development, student advising, and program operations management. Committed to improving student outcomes and strengthening institutional success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Career Services Advisor
Lincoln Technical Institute
South Plainfield, NJ
01.2025 - Current
- Coordinate daily departmental operations, including scheduling, internal communication, compliance reporting, and program logistics within a high-volume career services office.
- Advise students on academic and career pathways, guiding successful transitions from education to workforce placement and long-term employment success.
- Develop and maintain strategic employer partnerships to expand job placement opportunities, strengthen career readiness initiatives, and improve employment outcomes.
- Manage student records and compliance documentation within CampusView and Citrix, ensuring data accuracy, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate with leadership, faculty, and external stakeholders to enhance student programming and support institutional performance goals.
- Train and supervise student workers, promoting accountability, professionalism, and efficient task execution.
- Generate and analyze weekly and monthly reports to support accreditation standards, compliance initiatives, and data-informed departmental planning.
- Operate with high autonomy within a lean departmental structure, directly supporting the Director in maintaining operational continuity and efficiency.
- Design and implement individualized career action plans to increase job placement success and student engagement.
- Lead workshops and seminars on résumé development, interviewing techniques, and effective job search strategies to strengthen workforce readiness.
Director
The Work Family Connections
Roselle, NJ
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Directed all administrative and operational functions for a licensed K–5 before and aftercare partnership program serving up to 40 students.
- Led full-cycle staff management, including recruitment support, onboarding, scheduling, training, performance evaluation, and accountability oversight.
- Oversaw compliance reporting, licensing documentation, and program communications to ensure alignment with district policies and state regulatory requirements.
- Partnered with school administrators and faculty to support curriculum alignment, student development initiatives, and program integration within the school community.
- Spearheaded family engagement initiatives and community events to strengthen school–family relationships and increase program visibility.
- Maintained safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate learning environments in full compliance with state licensing and regulatory standards.
Supervisor (Both Locations)
Heartfelt Childcare
Carteret, NJ
05.2020 - 08.2024
- Supervised daily operations across two childcare locations, ensuring consistency in program quality, staff performance, and compliance with state licensing standards.
- Coordinated staff scheduling, classroom coverage, and workflow management to maintain smooth and efficient program operations.
- Monitored classroom environments to ensure child safety, adherence to regulatory guidelines, and implementation of developmentally appropriate practices.
- Supported staff onboarding and training to reinforce organizational standards and strengthen team performance.
- Maintained accurate documentation, attendance records, and compliance reports in alignment with state requirements.
- Served as a primary point of contact for families, addressing concerns professionally and fostering positive parent–staff relationships.
Student Intern
Priority Group
South Plainfield, NJ
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Created promotional materials, flyers, and social media content to enhance program visibility.
- Assisted with event coordination, business outreach, and professional communication.
Education
Associate of Science - Education
Middlesex County College
Edison, NJ06-2026
Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential -
Council For Professional Recognition
Elizabeth, NJ06-2023
High School Diploma -
Middlesex Magnet School
Piscataway, NJSkills
- Program Oversight & Quality Assurance
- Documentation & Compliance Reporting
- Staff Leadership & Team Development
- Caseload & Intake Coordination
- Budget & Resource Coordination
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Google Workspace
- Career and academic advising
- Organizational growth
- Strong communication skills
- Client relationship building
- Collaborative teamwork
Timeline
Career Services Advisor
Lincoln Technical Institute
01.2025 - Current
Director
The Work Family Connections
08.2024 - 01.2025
Student Intern
Priority Group
01.2023 - 06.2023
Supervisor (Both Locations)
Heartfelt Childcare
05.2020 - 08.2024
Associate of Science - Education
Middlesex County College
Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential -
Council For Professional Recognition
High School Diploma -
Middlesex Magnet School